Prolific Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers solves formidable Texans front seven with series of quick throws to Jordy Nelson, Greg Jennings and Jermichael Finley, and is named Most Valuable Player of Super Bowl XLVII in New Orleans.

Ravens' season ends in rematch of last year's divisional round playoff game as quarterback Joe Flacco, running back Ray Rice get bottled up by defensive lineman J.J. Watt. Lack of pass rush spells doom with quarterback Matt Schaub and Andre Johnson exploiting luxury of extra time to operate.

Projected AFC division winners

AFC East: New England Patriots

Tom Brady and Bill Belichick trying to collaborate on sixth trip to the Super Bowl

Put on notice by owner Jeffrey Lurie that he needs to get team over the top, Eagles coach Andy Reid has won 136 games, gone to playoffs nine times with five NFC championship game appearances. A trip to the Super Bowl doesn't look to be in the offing this year.

3. Jets' soap opera continues

Fingers get pointed as Mark Sanchez, Santonio Holmes relationship remains rocky. Fans clamor for Tim Tebow, and ultimately get what they want. Tebow inspires team for dramatic late-season push that falls short in division controlled by Patriots.